This long-running program provides space for artists, writers, designers, and publishers to highlight new releases at LAABF and fosters dialogue around important themes in artists’ book publishing. LAABF 2025 participants include Kathy Peng, Ibi Ibrahim, Jasmine Benjamin, Alex 2tone, and Devin Troy Strother, among many others. The LAABF 2025 Classroom is organized in collaboration with David Senior, Director of Library & Archives at SFMOMA.

The Classroom takes place on the second floor of 950 S. Raymond Ave. All programs are free to attend. Advanced registration is recommended but not required.